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ESNEFT2684 Purchase of Anaesthetic Machines

EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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24 Mar 2026 at 10:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the purchase of anaesthetic machines was conducted by the East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust, based in Colchester, United Kingdom. This tender, titled "ESNEFT2684 Purchase of Anaesthetic Machines," was classified under the medical equipment category and was completed through an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, utilising a limited procurement method. The process was anchored in the legal framework of the National Framework Agreement for Anaesthesia Machines, Ventilator Equipment and Related Accessories & Services. The procurement stage reached completion with the awarding of the contract, signed on 20th January 2026, to GE Healthcare Limited, a major player located in Buckinghamshire, UK.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating within the medical equipment industry, offering growth through participation in high-value contracts. Although the competition was limited without prior call for bids, the procedure followed a structured framework which businesses can leverage for future collaborations. GE Healthcare Limited's involvement underlines the scale of this opportunity, suggesting that large distributors and manufacturers with relevant expertise in anaesthesia machinery and medical technologies would be well-suited contenders in similar future procurements. Engaging with the extensive network of framework agreements can position companies strategically for competitive advantage in upcoming tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ESNEFT2684 Purchase of Anaesthetic Machines

Notice Description

Purchase of Anaesthetic Machines via the National Framework<br/>Agreement for Anaesthesia Machines, Ventilator Equipment and Related Accessories & Services. Contract Reference Number: 2022/S 000-003204

Lot Information

Lot 1

Purchase via National Framework
Agreement for Ultrasound 2022.
Contract Reference Number: 2021/S 000-007768

Procurement Information

Further competition undertaken via National Framework Agreement for Anaesthesia Machines, Ventilator Equipment and Related Accessories &<br/>Services.Contract Reference Number: 2022/S 000-003204

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06725f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026657-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33100000 - Medical equipments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£613,033 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO4 5JL
Post Town
Colchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
TLH14 Suffolk CC
Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Mile End
Westminster Constituency
Colchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GE HEALTHCARE

Further Information

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